The 2021 Dodge Journey is coming to the markets next year. Unfortunately, the mid-size SUV will arrive with minor upgrades. The 2020 model will be the model that will start the new generation and will introduce significant upgrades, possibly a complete redesign. However, the 2021 Journey will bring plenty of excitement. The SRT variant will finally arrive and Journey will remain the most affordable three-row mid-size SUV under the $30,000.
Journey is one of the best offers you can find nowadays in the SUV segment. A seven-seater offers plenty of choices. For an instance, the customers can choose between the rear and all-wheel-drive configurations and there will be a couple of engines in the offer. Safety rating is exceptional and the performances are amazing. However, if you want real performance, Journey SRT will be available.
2021 Dodge Journey Exterior Changes, Platform
The 2020 Journey will deploy the same platform as the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. Thanks to that, this crossover SUV will switch from front to a rear-wheel-drive. The 2021 Dodge Journey will follow these steps. There will be three models in the offer: SE, Crossroad, and GT. There are so many ways to design your Journey.
For an instance, Blacktop Appearance Package adds new 19-inch Gloss black wheels and plenty of other black exterior features. This SUV comes with lower ride height, a modern look and wide choice of exterior colors. Vice White, White Noise Tri-Coat, Pitch Black, Billet, Granite, Olive Green, Redline, and Contusion Blue are available exterior paints. Destroyer Gray is the latest color added to the palette.
2021 Dodge Journey Interior Is Well-Equipped
The all-new 2021 Dodge Journey is a mid-size 3-row SUV that offers room for seven passengers. First two rows are offering generous legroom and headroom. However, third-row seats are recommendable for kids only. The base model is well-equipped and it offers a long list of standard features.
Comfort is great but if you want luxury, you’ll have to opt for upper trims or optional leather seats. The Uconnect infotainment system is updated and it adds the same 8.4-inch touchscreen as on the current model. Safety rating is great and Journey SUV is very flexible and practical model in so many ways.
2021 Dodge Journey Powertrain
The current Journey SUV comes with two drivetrain options. A 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine is standard and it delivers 180 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. The optional 3.6-liter V6 generates 305 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of twists. A couple of engines are rumored to be in the offer in 2021. A 2.0-liter MultiJet is perhaps the most popular rumor. This output delivers 140 horses and 230 lb-ft of torque. Even the 2.9-liter six-cylinder engine is another popular speculation with its 450+ hp figures.
SRT Model Rumors
One of the most anticipated Dodge’s models is the 2021 Dodge Journey SRT. A high-performance variant with plenty of aggressiveness and sportiness. Journey SRT comes with the sportier exterior design, larger air dams, LED headlights and cleaner design. The aerodynamics are great and extremely modern.
From the inside, Journey SRT offers leather seats, plenty of SRT badges and sporty steering wheel with contrast stitching. This special variant will deliver the same powertrain as the Durango SRT model. A 6.4-liter Hemi V8 that can generate 475 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque. Thanks to this engine, Journey SRT reaches from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds.
2021 Dodge Journey Arrival and Cost
The 2021 Dodge Journey will arrive later in 2020, possibly in early December. It will arrive with a slight price increase, but this SUV will be affordable as always. The price will start at around $24,000 while the Journey SRT will cost up to $40,000.